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Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Films Division to stream Sardar Patel biopic on Rashtriya Ekta Diwas
: Mumbai, October 30, 2020
A biographical documentary, Iron Man – Sardar Patel will be screened on Films Division website and YouTube channel as a tribute to the great freedom fighter-statesman on his birth anniversary on 31st October, 2020 which is celebrated as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas . The 20 minutes film will be streamed on https://filmsdivision.org/ Documentary of the Week and https://www.youtube.com/user/FilmsDivision.
The documentary takes the viewers on a brief journey into the life and works of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel - the pivotal role he played in the freedom movement, his great commitment to National Integration, his simplicity and strong sense of nationalism. The free streaming will be available for 24 hours on 31st October, 2020.
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Ministry of Finance
Task Force for drafting a New Direct Tax Legislation
In order to review the Income-tax Act, 1961 and to draft a new direct tax law in consonance with the economic needs of the country, a Task Force was constituted by the Government of India in November, 2017.
In partial modification of the earlier order, the Government has appointed Shri Akhilesh Ranjan, Member , CBDT as Convenor of the Task Force. Other members of the Task Force remain unchanged.
The Task Force shall submit its report to the Government by February 28, 2019.
Ministry of Railways
Oxygen Expresses deliver more than 2960 MT of LMO in 185 tankers to different states
First Oxygen Express to Rajasthan reaches Kota
3rd Oxygen Express to Maharashtra on way to Nagpur
47 Oxygen Expresses complete their journeys
Till date 174 MT has been offloaded in Maharashtra, 729 MT in UP, 249 MT in MP, 305 MT in Haryana, 123 MT in Telangana and 1334 MT in Delhi
Overcoming all hurdles and finding new solutions, Indian Railways is continuing its journey of bringing relief by delivering Liquid Medical Oxygen to various states across the country. So far, Indian Railways has delivered more than 2960MT of LMO in 185 tankers to various states across the country.
47 Oxygen Expresses have already completed their journey so far.
It is Indian Railways endeavour to deliver as much LMO as possible in the shortest time possible to the requesting states.
Till the time of this release,174 MT has been offloaded in Maharashtra, 729 MT in UP, 249 MT in MP, 305 MT in Haryana, 123 MT in Telangana and 1334 MT in Delhi.
Presently 18 tankers are on the run with more than 260 tonnes of LMO which are expected to arrive in Maharashtra, Haryana and Delhi. Running of new Oxygen is a very dynamic exercise and figures keep getting updated all the time. More loaded Oxygen Expresses are expected to start their journeys later in the night.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh receives COVID feedback from private medical practitionersacross the country.
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh today received COVID feedback from private medical practitioners, from across the country.
In over one-and-half hour long Webinar, leading physicians and specialists from various streams of medical science offered their inputs from different Indian cities like Chennai, New Delhi, Mumbai, Nagpur, Patna, Kota, Erode, etc.
Presiding over the meeting, Dr Jitendra Singh complimented the medical fraternity of India for having commendably lived up to the occasion and successfully fought the war against Corona. He said, the medical fraternity as well as health infrastructure of India had, during this time of crises, proved to the world its inherent potential and capacity to reorient itself at short notice and successfully discharge its responsibilities to the community.
Dr Jitendra Singh referred to the non-pharmacological practices in medical management, including hygiene and cleanliness, which were prevalent in India till 1970s or 1980s before the advent of superior anti-microbial drugs. To that extent, he said, Indian physicians are better tuned to deal with infections and communicable diseases compared to most of the western physicians.
Dr. A Muruganathan, who moderated the Webinar, spoke about the need to popularize the use of AarogyaSetu and focus on Indian models of prevention and subscription based health insurance practised in some of the hospitals, particularly in South India.
The task ahead now, said Dr Jitendra Singh, is to focus on the preventive aspects and gear up for pandemic preparedness for all times. In this regard, he also referred to the Ayushman Bharat which is a unique health insurance scheme, which could be further worked upon to become more extensive and inclusive.
Various suggestions that came from the participant doctors included the need to have less regulations on the private sector, urgent need to check unlicensed practitioners, doing away with avoidable procedures so that young medicos could be encouraged to set up medical clinics, promotion of PPP models etc.
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Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
7-day residential 13th National Tribal Youth Exchange Programme concludes in Mumbai
Participants express pleasure, describe it as an enriching experience
The valedictory function of the 7-day residential “13th National Tribal Youth Exchange Programme” was held in Mumbai today. Prizes for various categories were distributed at the function by State Director of Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan, Shri Prakash Kumar Manure and Shri Omprakash Waghmare of Central Reserve Police Force, Western Sector.
The 13th National Tribal Youth Exchange Programme was inaugurated 22 March, 2022.
Participants expressed their happiness and described it as an enriching experience. Pushpa Kumari from Gaya, Bihar said after coming to Mumbai, she is determined to create her own identity.
Another participant, C Rajkumar Reddy from Khammam district, Telangana said ‘It is a privilege to visit to places like Rajbhavan and Mumbai university; these are memorable moments in my life’. The Tribal Youth visited the Raj Bhavan, Mumbai and called on the Governor of Maharashtra on Friday, 25th March 2022.
218 Tribal Youth from Jamui, Lakhiserai and Gaya districts of Bihar and Bhadradri Kothagudem of Telangana were in Mumbai as part of the Exchange Programme. Tribal Youth from Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra have been sent to Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan , Maharashtra & Goa, in coordination with Central Reserve Police Force, Western Sector, Mumbai organised the week-long Tribal Youth Exchange Programme from 22 to 28 March 2022. The objective of the programme was to provide an opportunity to the tribal youth of selected states and districts to visit different places of the country to understand the cultural ethos, language and lifestyles of the people, depicting unity in diversity of our national life.
The Exchange programme aims to expose tribal youth to the technological and industrial developments which have taken place in different states of the country, with focus on various development activities, and educational, skill development and employment opportunities available there.
President's Secretariat
President of India presents the National Awards for Outstanding Services in the field of Prevention of Alcoholism & Substance  abuse
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, presented the National Awards for Outstanding Services in the field of Prevention of Alcoholism and Substance  Abuse today  in New Delhi on the occasion of International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.
Speaking on the occasion, the President said that problem of drugs addiction and alcoholism negatively impacts the individual, family and society in multiple domains such as health, culture, development and politics. Drug addiction spurs poverty and also poses a challenge to our national security as well as to our development and public welfare goals.
The President said that our geographical location between Myanmar-Laos-Thailand’s ‘Golden Triangle’ and Iran-Afghanistan-Pakistan’s ‘Golden Crescent’, makes the problem of Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking even more acute and complicated. Increase in drug trafficking and drug abuse in the border areas is also associated with issues of terrorism and political unrest. That is why there is a need to be more vigilant in Border States like Punjab and Manipur.
The President said that misuse of illegal drugs is creating health challenges especially for the young generation and school going children. He stated that the problem of drug abuse can be solved by awareness, prevention, incentives, and support efforts. In these efforts compassion and sympathy for the drug addicts is also necessary. Parents, teachers, doctors, voluntary organizations should be associated in the medical and rehabilitation efforts. He was happy to note that the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has taken necessary steps in these directions.
Among the dignitaries present on the occasion were Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot; Ministers of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri Ramdas Athawale, Shri Krishan Pal Gurjar and Shri Vijay Sampla.
Ministry of Education
Minister of State for Education Dr Subhas Sarkar visits SriCity, Chittoor
Dr Sarkar held a review meeting on NEP-2020 with Vice Chancellors/Directors & other senior officials of higher educational institutions in AP and Telangana
Minister to take part in IIIT-SriCity convocation on Saturday
SriCity, August 26, 2022
Minister of State for Education, Dr Subhas Sarkar held a review meeting on NEP-2020 with the Vice Chancellors/Directors & other senior officials of various Central Universities, NITs, IIITS, IITs, IIM and IISER of Andhra Pradesh & Telangana States on Friday at SriCity, Chittoor in Andhra Pradesh. The Minister was on a two-day visit to Andhra Pradesh.
On Saturday, the minister will take part in the the convocation at IIIT-SriCity as chief guest and address the passing out graduates.
Earlier, the Minister of State Dr. Subhas Sarkar was welcomed by Mr Satish Kamat, President , who briefed him on the salient features of Sri City and the industrial growth.
Dr. Subhas Sarkar was impressed with the vastness, infrastructure, and industry-friendly environment of SriCity and appreciated the administration for establishing world-class facilities. He was glad to note that the Integrated Business City offers holistic solutions for multiple investment options. He expressed happiness at the presence of two reputed higher educational instructions equipped with excellent infrastructure in the industrial hub.
The minister went around the industrial park, visited the production units of Bharath FIH  and Alstom and witnessed works in progress. Later, he visited Krea University and interacted with the faculty.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Publications Division to showcase its books and journals at the 31st New Delhi World Book Fair
Publications Division, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, is all set to exhibit its wide collection of books and journals at the much-awaited Mega Book Fair to be held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 25th February to 5th March, 2023
The Government of India’s premier publishing house Publications Division will be exhibiting its rich collection of books and journals at the 31st New Delhi World Book Fair, one of the most acclaimed books fairs of the country. The 9-day mega book fair will be held from 25th February to 5th March, 2023 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. It is being organised by National Book Trust, an autonomous organization of the Government of India under the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with India Trade Promotion Organization.
Publications Division will be showcasing its ‘Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ books collection, highlighting India’s freedom movement and remembering the freedom fighters who devoted their lives to the nation. The book display will also include titles on topics such as history, art and culture, Gandhian literature, land and people, personalities and biographies, cinema, children literature and much more. Besides this, the Division will also be offering its premier Rashtrapati Bhavan series of books as well as speeches of Presidents, Vice Presidents and Prime Minister at the fair, published exclusively by Publications Division. The informative collection of titles focuses on providing readers with a deeper understanding of India’s rich cultural heritage as well as insights into contemporary issues.
Besides books, leading journals of the Division, Yojana, Kurukshetra and Ajkal, will also be available at the book stall. Popular children’s magazine Bal Bharti will also be part of the display. Employment News , the highly sought-after weekly employment newspaper of the Division will also be available.
The Publications Division will be showcasing its books and journals at Stall No 171-186, Hall No. 5, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
About Publications Division:
Publications Division is a repository of books and journals which highlight the subjects of national importance and India’s rich cultural heritage. Established in 1941, Publications Division is a premier publishing house of Government of India offering books and journals in different languages and on diverse themes like development, Indian history, culture, literature, biographies, science, technology, environment, and employment. The Division enjoys credibility among readers and publishers and is well recognized for the authenticity of the content.
The Division’s flagship publications include popular monthly journals such Yojana, Kurukshetra and Aajkal as well as weekly employment newspapers ‘Employment News’ and ‘Rozgar Samachar’. In addition to this, Publications Division also publishes Government’s prestigious reference annual ‘India Year Book’.
Ministry of Education
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan says IGNOU should become the knowledge centre of the world , calls for leveraging technology to reach the unreached.
Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan has said IGNOU should become the knowledge centre of the world. Addressing the the 35th convocation of IGNOU he called for leveraging technology to reach the unreached.
The Minister said today’s convocation at IGNOU is a big confidence booster as it reflects the immense possibilities of the innovative pedagogy of the university. He said IGNOU has emerged as modern day Lord Hanuman in taking education and learning to the remotest corners and to the poorest.
Shri Pradhan said 21st century is the century of knowledge. He said if we want to establish India as a knowledge-based economic superpower, we must ensure a paradigm shift in our education landscape. He said NEP2020 is a step towards transforming our education and skills’ landscape.
The minister said technology is the new equaliser. We must ensure empowerment of our population through innovation, especially those at the bottom of the pyramid and also ensure that education reaches the unreached. He said Digital University and other e-learning initiatives are steps in that direction.
Shri Pradhan said we have to tap our civilisational wealth and also the immense potential of our Indian knowledge system to make our education system more holistic, empathetic and for global good in line with the spirit of Vasudhaiv Kutumbukam. He said leveraging upon technology, innovation, internet & digital, IGNOU must endeavour to further enlarge the canvas of education, strengthen the e-content architecture and emerge as a benchmark knowledge centre of the world. IGNOU has to lead the ‘Renaissance of Knowledge’, he added.
The Minister said he was delighted to be a part of the 35th Convocation of IGNOU. and extended his deep compliments and good wishes to the 2.91 lakh+ meritorious students at the 32 regional centres across the country who have received their degree, diploma, certificate, Ph.D/M.Phil and gold medals.
Shri Pradhan commended the teachers, staff, alumni and students of IGNOU for expanding the realm of education & learning and for making the university a ‘जन-जन का विश्वविद्यालय’ in its illustrious journey of 37 years. He said the heartening experiences shared by our students today reconfirms the value proposition of IGNOU. IGNOU is an apt example of multiple entry-exit. He said making education & learning flexible and encouraging earning while learning should be the objective of our universities.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
In a boost to exports from eastern region, 24 MT of groundnuts exported to Nepal from West Bengal
Opening a window of possibilities of boosting groundnut exports from eastern region, a consignment of 24 metric tonne  of groundnuts was exported to Nepal from West Bengal.
The consignment was sourced from farmers of west Midnapore district of West Bengal, was exported by APEDA registered Laduram Promoters Pvt Ltd, Kolkata.
Traditionally, Gujarat and Rajasthan have a major share in groundnut exports. The groundnut exports from West Bengal would boost exports potential of the crop from the eastern region.
India exported 6.38 lakh tonnes  of groundnuts during 2020-21. The groundnuts are exported to mostly countries such as Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, China, Russia, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates and Nepal.
Through initiatives such as peanut.NET, APEDA has streamlined the exports of groundnuts through measures including buyer registration, batch processing by APEDA registered peanut units, application for certificate of export and stuffing certificate by exporter, Aflatoxin analysis and issue of stuffing certificate by laboratories, issuance of certificate of exports by APEDA.
According to the third advance estimates of oilseeds production by the ministry of agriculture and farmer welfare, the groundnut production in 2020-21 is estimated at 101.19 lakh tonne against 99.52 lakh tonne estimated inn 2019-20.
Gujarat is the largest producer of groundnuts in the country, which is followed by Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, West Bengal and Rajasthan. The crop is grown in both Kharif and Rabi seasons. The Kharif season has a share of more than 75% of the total production.
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Engineering Cluster
The Engineering Clustershave been established under the Industrial Infrastructure Upgradation Scheme / Recast IIUS in Maharashtra.The details of clusters and amount allocated and sanctioned, cluster-wise are:

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Name of the Clusters
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Date of Approval
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Project Cost
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Approved GOI grant
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Released GOI grant
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Status
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1
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Auto Components Cluster, Pune
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06.09.2004
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59.99
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44.99
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44.54
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Project completed
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2
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Textile Cluster, Ichalkaranji
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14.03.2005
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65.07
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32.70
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31.72
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3
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Engineering Cluster, Nashik
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11.03.2008
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67.26
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42.87
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41.88
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4
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Marathwara Automobile Cluster, Aurangabad
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31.05.2010
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82.55
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60.00
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58.20
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5
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Kolhapur Foundry Cluster
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31.01.2012
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44.90
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32.59
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30.56
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All the five clusters have started their work. The objective of the Industrial Infrastructure Upgradation Scheme is to enhance competitiveness of the industries by providing quality infrastructure through public-private partnership in selected clusters.
This information was given by the Minister of State of Commerce and Industry, C. R. Chaudhary, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha.
Ministry of Finance
Department of Economic Affairs disposes five  FDI proposals aggregating to Foreign Investment of Rs. 3,250 crores during the month of April, 2018.
During the month of April, 2018, the Department of Economic Affairs , Ministry of Finance
has disposed of five FDI proposals aggregating to Foreign Investment of Rs. 3,250 crores, as per details attached.
The following three  proposals have been approved:
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Name of the applicant
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Gist of the proposal
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FDI 
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M/s Alcon Laboratories  Pvt Ltd 
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To undertake financial lease of ophthalmic surgical equipment in India in addition to the existing business of wholesale trading in India.
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Nil
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2.
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M/s CVC Asia Pacific  Pte. Limited 
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Amendment application relating to imposition of minimum capital norms
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Nil
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M/s Hindustan Infralog Pvt Ltd 
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Seeking approval for foreign investment in M/s Hindustan Infralog Pvt Ltd, a proposed investing company, from M/s DP World Global Investment BV, Netherlands amounting to 65% of paid-up share capital of M/s Hindustan Infralog Pvt Ltd.
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Up to Rs. 3,250 crore
The following one  proposal has been returned to the applicant on the ground of being premature:
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Name of the applicant
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Gist of the proposal
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4.
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M/s Northvale Capital Partners Private Limited 
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Seeking approval for acquisition of up to 100% of the share capital of a non-operational investment holding company, namely M/s Vadodara Stock Exchange Limited, a derecognized stock exchange.
The following one  proposal has been rejected:
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S. No
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Name of the applicant
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Gist of the proposal
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5.
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M/s Kora Research Advisors India LLP 
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Seeking post facto approval for the cumulative investments made by M/s Kora Management LP, USA and M/s Kora LLC, USA in M/s Kora Research Advisors India LLP.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Draft notification issued pertaining to ease of doing business - Trade Certificate.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways has published a draft notification dated 5.5.2022 regarding amendments in certain provisions of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules 1989 pertaining to the Trade Certificate.
A Trade Certificate is required only in case of vehicles which are neither registered nor temporarily registered. Such vehicles can only be in the possession of a dealer/ manufacturer/importer of motor vehicles, or a test agency specified in rule 126 or any entity specified by the Central Government.
In an endeavour to promote “Ease of doing business”, it is proposed that such agency can apply for a Trade Certificate and Trade Registration Marks electronically for multiple types of vehicles in a single application on the Vahan portal, without the need to visit the RTO. Streamlining of fees is also proposed, on the basis of the number of trade registration marks being applied for. Further, as the Trade certificate and registration marks are proposed to be allotted online i.e. electronically on the portal, therefore compliance burden regarding Intimation of loss or destruction of a trade certificate and application for duplicate has been removed. The validity of the Trade Certificate has been increased from 12 months to 5 years.
Click here to see the Gazette Notification